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On Friday 25th October de fundraising for a number of dif- be successful learners and re- Stafford School in Burntwood ferent charities and he has been sponsible citizens, values close to Lane, Caterham, officially opened a huge supporter of the school for Mr Jenkins’ heart. ‘The Jenkins Centre’ to offer extra many years. He has helped to Mr Jenkins said: "I'm thrilled and curricular support to ensure stu- raise thousands of pounds for the honoured as well as humbled to dents reach their full potential. PSA which helps fund projects in be associated with the Jenkins The Jenkins Centre has been the school." Centre. It's a great facility which named in recognition of Geraint de Stafford School's vision is that will support children of all abil- Jenkins MBE who has given over students are supported to ities. I'm a great believer in 30 years’ service to the school. Mr achieve their best in all areas of enabling and encouraging Geraint Jenkins MBE outside the new Jenkins Centre with (from Jenkins is also the school's link their life which impact on their young people to overcome left) Deputy Head Boy Arsham Houseini; Deputy Head Girl with children in Kimilili, in Kenya. time at school – learning, rela- challenges and to increase Marie-Claire Lott; Head Girl Shannon Bowerman and Head Boy Kate Harris, teacher at de Stafford tionships, well-being and ambi- their self-esteem. I've seen Callan Dickinson. School said: "Our staff and stu- tion. Personalised intervention many youngsters over the dents describe Mr Jenkins as a programmes at the Jenkins Cen- years who had quite low self - legend. In the local community tre focus on providing the stu- esteems for one reason or an- Mr Jenkins works tirelessly, dents with the tools they need to other, simply flourish and JOB VACANCIES blossom when that extra bit For a selection of great local jobs go to of help and time were pro- CHRISTMAS PARTY MENU vided. The staff at the centre The Caterham and District Independent Throughout December are superb and the facilities Recruitment Section on Page 19 Lunch & Dinner are excellent.” From £24.95 per person Organiser EATS FREE (T&Cs apply) DEWAN-E-AM Free home delivery service available HOTEL ROOMS Fine Indian Restaurant Modern & Refurbished Ideal for families or business 188 Coulsdon Road, From £60 per night Caterham CR3 5ND

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Sam Gyimah MP reselected to League of Friends ley and an exercise bicycle. The League of says ‘thank you’ Whereas many local cottage fight 2015 General Election hospitals have closed, the Friends of to its supporters Caterham Dene still exists to Caterham provide a range of medical On Wednesday 16th Octo- Dene Hospital The League of Friends of services for local residents ber the East Surrey Con- Caterham Dene Hospital who have been referred AUTUMN servative Association (‘LOF’) provides an essential there by their GP. Executive voted in favour FAYRE service for the local commu- Roger Wright of the LOF of reselecting local MP UNITED REFORMED nity and in their recent said: “The LOF relies on its Sam Gyimah as the Con- CHURCH newsletter they said a big supporters and invites every- servative candidate to con- Harestone Valley Road thank you to their supporters body to join us for lunch at test the 2015 General Caterham for all their hard work raising the Autumn Fayre on Satur- Election. much-needed funds. The day 9th November. If you SATURDAY Following the reselection, Caterham Dene Hospital is fancy a fun evening, why not 9th November Sam said: “It is an enor- always in need of new equip- come along to our Quiz Night mous privilege to stand 10.00am—1.00pm ment and the LOF liaises on 30th November, where again for this wonderful Registered Charity No. 251089 closely with First Community you will receive a very warm constituency. I’m looking Health over how to spend the welcome!” forward to taking up the money which has been raised For more information about fight at the next election The LOF can also be found on over the years. the LOF or to book tickets for so that Conservatives can Facebook at ‘Caterham Dene In addition to making dona- the Quiz Night, call 01883 finish the job of getting our Sam Gyimah MP Hospital League of Friends’. tions, the members and sup- 342270. country back on track.” porters hold coffee mornings, huge honour to be asked by This announcement follows golf days and other events to the Prime Minister to join his on from his second promo- raise money. recycle and Government as a Whip.” tion during this Parliament So far this year the LOF has Whilst this new role in- to the Government Whips’ refurbished the summer WIN CASH! volves a number of new Office, a junior Ministerial house at the Dene to im- Recycling responsibilities Sam says position. As a Government prove patients’ experience your old he will be maintaining local Whip, Sam will be respon- during their stay. Also during electrical surgeries and will continue sible for helping secure the the past year, the LOF has appliances to champion constituency passage of the Govern- spent £28,000 on amenities concerns such as safe- FREE doorstep collection ment’s legislative pro- for the patients including dia- guarding the environment, FREEPHONE 0800 1303 331 gramme through betes monitors, bedside ta- opportunities for young greenbeerecycle.co.uk Parliament. bles and chairs, a vital signs Commenting on the appoint- people and support for free minutes monitor, an emergency trol- 0333 1212 333 ment Sam said: “It was a small businesses. [email protected]

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Tandridge celebrates local Caterham welcomes faces is finding premises for new Salvation Army an office which could double sporting talent at the Tandridge up as a Salvation Army drop- Envoy, Don Hall. in centre. If you can help Don Sports Awards 2013 to locate premises for an of- The Salvation Army in Cater- fice and drop-in centre please On Sunday 13th October, Sports Club of the Year: ham is up and running again e-mail him at don.hall@salva- members of local sporting Warlingham Squash and with the arrival of new Salva- tion.org.uk associations gathered at de Racket Club. tion Army Envoy, Don Hall. As the Salvation Army no Stafford Sports Centre in Disability Sports Award: Don has been spending time longer has a Citadel in Cater- Burntwood Lane, Caterham Sam Muncey from Whyte- meeting members of the ham, the church holds its for the Tandridge Sports leafe. local community and cele- services at Oakhall Church in Awards 2013. Amongst Volunteer of the Year: Tim brating the harvest festival Francis Road, Caterham-on- those presenting the Bellars from South Nutfield. with children from Hillcroft the-Hill. On Wednesday 18th awards was Mr Tim Con- Young Volunteer of the Primary School. December, local residents will nolly, husband of the Chair- Year: Natalie Salter of Hurst Rod Gemmell receiving the Don said: “I have met some have the opportunity to meet man of Tandridge District Green. award for Sports Club of the really lovely people in Cater- Don at the Carols by Candle- Council, Beverley Connolly. A special award was also Year on behalf of Warling- ham. My plans are to build the light service starting at Sports Officer for Tandridge made to Hugo Fleming by ham Squash and Racket Salvation Army Church up 7.30pm, when the band from Trust, Nikki Ball, welcomed Mr Jim Faulkner on behalf Club from Mark Symonds, again and serve the needy.” the Salvation Army College everyone to the event and of Sports Aid. Hugo is a Managing Director of Tan- One of the challenges Don will be performing. screened a film showing modern pentathlete from dridge Trust. Photo by Neil Hadrill. youngsters enjoying sport- Edenbridge, who has been ing activities at the Surrey the British Champion four Youth Games before an- times. nouncing the winners. Dur- After receiving their trophy ing the afternoon the for Sports Club of the Year, audience was entertained Rod Gemmell, Chairman of by a demonstration of fenc- Warlingham Squash and ing by young members of Racket Club said: "It is a bit the Dream Fencing Club overwhelming! It is lovely to and ju jitsu by members of know that people think we the Sakora Aikijutsu Club. are a good club. A lot of peo- This year's winners were: ple put a lot of hard work Sports Personality of the into the club, so it is nice to Year: Yosif Angelinov, get acknowledged. We will owner of Dream Fencing definitely put this award up Sam Muncey with his award. Don Hall on a recent visit to Hillcroft School. Club. in our reception area!" Photo by Neil Hadrill.

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Men in Sheds Warlingham gets be in his grotto in the Church Hall. Throughout project gets cash ready to light up the event there will be chil- boost dren’s rides and lots to eat the village for and drink, including mulled The Men in Sheds project wine. at the Douglas Brunton Christmas Many of the businesses Centre in Caterham is Warlingham is gearing up around The Green will re- going from strength to for yet another spectacular main open late or will be strength with the help of a Christmas Lights switching staging special events. Vol- generous cash boost it re- on ceremony with more unteers will also be raising ceived recently. lights than ever, when money with collections, raf- Caterham Harestone Ro- Christmas starts officially at fles and the sale of badges. tary Ladies treasurer, Mar- Warlingham Green on Sat- The organisers still need as ion Harris, has presented a urday 16th November. many volunteers as they cheque for £750 to Paul The festivities will begin at can get to be stewards, col- Gregory who works as a 3.30pm, building up to the lectors and general helpers volunteer managing Men in Marion Harris of Caterham Harestone Rotary Ladies presents children of local primary on the night. So if you Sheds. The money was the cheque to Paul Gregory at the Douglas Brunton Centre. schools setting out on the would like to get involved, the proceeds from a Jazz traditional lantern parade call Wendy on 01883 Night the club held in April. the Rotary Club Ladies from ideas and get together for around the centre of the vil- 623025. The President’s Lady Fiona the Men in Sheds project a chat over lunch and a lage at around 4.45pm, led The lights are supported en- Woodcock said: "The Jazz for their very kind donation drink afterwards in the by the Warlingham Flute tirely by donations, fund Night was attended by 150 to be put to good use in the Centre. Band. The lights will be raising, contributions from people foot-tapping the shed. It is often harder for If you are interested in switched on at 5pm, fol- local businesses and a grant night away to Tony Pitt and older men to make new helping out with the Men lowed by carols from a com- from Warlingham Parish the All Stars. We particu- friends and this new project in Sheds project, or just bined children’s choir. Council. Anyone with an in- larly wanted to support aims to help bring them to- want to find out more, Anyone who comes to The terest in the lights is invited Men in Sheds as it really gether, so they can get out please call Stella Banks on Green between 3.30pm and to the feedback meeting at captured our imagination. of the house, meet new 01883 347230 or e-mail 4.55pm can enter a raffle 7.30pm on Thursday 5th With a number of men people and do something [email protected]. to win the privilege of December at the Mission keen on woodcrafts in Ro- different." Rotary always welcome switching on the lights. Room, Chapel Road, War- tary we know what a The special wooden work- new men or women mem- Activities before and after lingham. pleasure this project can shop has been built and bers. For information on the ceremony include a For more information visit give men of all abilities". kitted out specifically for joining Caterham Hare- Christmas market in the Vil- www/warlinghamlights.org. Stella Banks who runs the men to meet in and use stone Rotary Club contact: lage Hall and stalls in the uk or search for ‘Warling- Douglas Brunton Centre their existing DIY skills, secretary@caterhamhare- Church Hall from 3.30pm, ham Christmas Lights’ on said: "Many thanks go to learn new ones, share stone-rotary.co.uk and from 5.15pm Santa will Facebook.  STEVE TAYLOR      CARS                 MOT   10% OFF DURING NOVEMBER FOR    TEST CENTRE EVERYONE WHO SEES THIS ADVERT*             *Excluding Lunchtime specials    SERVICING,   OPEN SEVEN DAYS A WEEK: Mon-Sat: 11am-10pm Sunday: 1pm-9pm     REPAIRS AND !  "   # $%        DELICIOUS FISH & CHIPS DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO DIAGNOSTICS  & ' ( )* YOUR DOOR, FRESH AND HOT!* *Minumum order £10 17-19 Godstone Road

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En- Christmas Fair at the Soper enjoy the mulled wine from their Autumn Fayre on Saturday trance is £10 for adults and Hall in Harestone Valley Road, Tom Dempsey and his 9th November from 10am-2pm children from £5 (limited until Caterham on Saturday 7th Whyteleafe Tavern crew. in the United Reformed Church, 11th November). A family pass December say the event will The Rock Choir will be per- Harestone Valley Road, Cater- for two adults and two children be bigger and better than forming as they did last year ham Valley. In addition to the is also available for £25. To reg- ever! The main attraction will and if it’s a repeat perform- many stalls there will be morn- ister visit: be a Santa’s Grotto, complete ance they will, again, be the ing coffee, tea and cake and www.stch.org.uk/santarun or with reindeer, sleigh and Fa- stars of the show. ploughman's lunches available. contact Jen Wickham on 01293 ther Christmas himself. The Popular local butcher, Michael RSPB Talk 447364. reindeer are coming from the Lord and his wife Maureen Reindeer Centre at Bethers- On Wednesday 13th November The Snow Queen will be providing the Hog Cllr. Beverley Connolly den in Kent and were care- East Surrey RSPB are hosting a At 7pm on Thursday 5th De- Roast and has assured us enjoying the snow at last fully chosen as they provided talk entitled 'Life's Tough at the cember, the acclaimed profes- that there will extra crackling year’s Christmas Fair. Top' by Brian Pettit at the White sional theatre company evidence that the care of this year, in addition to deli- Hart Barn in Godstone. The fee Saltmine is presenting ‘The their animals was of para- cious Pork Rolls! Caterham Valley Parish Coun- is £3 for adults and £1 for chil- Snow Queen’ at the Oasis mount concern to them. There will be an entertaining cil. Ridge Radio will be pro- dren. All are welcome. Academy in Homefield Road, They are certificated, licensed room for kiddies activities – this viding the sounds and all Whyteleafe School Christ- Old Coulsdon. Tickets cost £6 with DFRA movement orders year it will be Decorate the proceeds will be going to the mas Fair for adults and £3 for conces- in place, and provided sound Christmas Tree with a prize for Soper Hall refurbishment On Saturday 30th November, sions. For tickets call the box evidence that they put the the most original design. There fund to create a fantastic Whyteleafe School in Whyte- office on 01737 551161 ext 0 welfare of the reindeer first. will also be a Winter Wonderland community centre under the leafe Hill, Whyteleafe will be or email admin@oasiscouls- They maintain and breed a to visit thanks to Hall Manager management of Soper Hall holding a Christmas Fair from don.org. herd of 100+ reindeer at Tony Blyth and his animated Community Centre Ltd. Mem- 11.30am - 2.30pm. There will Munch with Music Capralama Farm and clearly electronics. bership of SHCCL is open to be a wrapping service, games The next 'Munch with Music' will go to extraordinary lengths to Admission to the Fair is £1 all for just £12 per year – ap- and Christmas gifts available to be on Wednesday 6th Novem- make sure the children have which includes a ticket in a plication forms will be avail- buy at the fair. ber at St. John's Church, Clare- a magical experience. At just draw for the biggest prize of able at the Fair. Hillcroft School Christmas ville Road, Caterham. The £5 per child and family rates the day - £500 to spend in *Shop Smart loyalty cards Market performance by tenor Paul available, every child will any local Caterham or are available at JJ Browne Hillcroft School in Chaldon Road, Weakley will be from 12.45pm- leave with a suitable present Whyteleafe shop thanks to Jewellers in Godstone Road, Caterham is holding a Christmas 1.30pm. Coffee is provided at and there will be photo op- Shop Smart Shop Local Caterham Valley and Com- Market on Friday 22nd Novem- 12.15pm and admission is free. portunities in the sleigh. It is Caterham.* The event is puter Solutions in the High ber. There will be a wide range Please bring your own 'munch'. essential to book a timed slot sponsored generously by Street, Caterham-on-the-Hill. To find a local business go to the Business Directory at www.caterham-independent.co.uk 19 The Caterham & District The Caterham & District EXPERIENCED INDEPENDENTINDEPENDENT BOOK KEEPER REQUIRED RECRUITMENTRECRUITMENT For a small company based in South Godstone. Must be experi- enced in SAGE, PAYE, VAT and Book Keeping. TRAINEE/JUNIOR NE- Have good IT skills, GOTIATOR Required be accurate and possess strong Walter & Mair Estate Agents are seeking to recruit an energetic in- attention to detail. dividual who is ambitious and tenacious. 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Leafe made progress in gramme as well as getting a wich Borough, with goals the FA Vase with a strong and mention on Sky Sport’s Soc- see player profiles, from Bentley Graham and taking performance in win- fiercely contested 4-2 victory cer Saturday. match timetables Roscoe D’Sane was followed ning 7-0 away to Holmesdale. at home to Windsor FC, over- Aside from two Macron Cup by an uncharacteristically Leafe could have run up dou- turning a 2-1 deficit. ties home and away to and all the poor performance in a Tues- ble figures were it not for Leafe made national news Phoenix Sports, Leafe’s next Whyteleafe FC day night trip to Sevenoaks some harsh offside decisions. after the away match against home League fixture will take Town, which ended in a shock Leafe’s promising FA cup run, Canterbury City in Herne Bay place at Church Road on Sat- news at 3-0 defeat. Leafe bounced which had continued with a was controversially called off urday 16th November against back with an emphatic 5-1 comfortable 3-0 victory at by the referee because of a kit Beckenham Town, kick-off www.theleafe.co.uk victory at home to Phoenix home to Horley Town, was colour clash, despite manager 3pm. Keep up to date by visit- Sports, followed by a breath- ended sadly in the second John rushing to buy a re- ing www.theleafe.co.uk. For more local stories, events and photos go to www.caterham-independent.co.uk 21 Local photographers showcase Hillcroft pupils help local families their work at the Old Coulsdon at Harvest Festival Camera Club Annual Exhibition time

On Saturday 19th and Sun- encouraging to see new Hillcroft Primary School in Caterham-on-the-Hill day 20th October the Old members producing excel- teamed up with Don Hall Coulsdon Camera Club held lent work. A good turn-out from the Salvation Army for its Annual Exhibition at St. of visitors enjoyed looking the preparations for their John’s Church in Old Couls- at the images and casting Harvest Festival celebrations don. The church provided their votes.” this year. At this time of the perfect setting for the The result of the Visitor's year the Salvation Army col- wide variety of photographs Votes will be published on lects non-perishable foods on display ranging from ab- the Old Coulsdon Camera ‘The Old Timers’ by Gill which are later distributed to stract monochrome photos Club website: www.old- Peachey, winner of the local families that have been The Harvest Festival display of unusual architecture to coulsdoncameraclub.org.uk/ Colour Prints category. affected by crisis. at Hillcroft Primary School. stunning, full colour land- Hillcroft Headteacher, Esther mindful of how harvest scapes and close-up nature Brooks, said: “Whilst our crops are processed around food festival at harvest time the world at this time of photographs. focuses on the donations of year. We would like to thank In addition to the prints on non-perishable foods for the children, parents and display, visitors were able to distributing, as needed, carers for their generous watch a slideshow of over throughout the community donations this Harvest Fes- 60 images, all taken by of Caterham, we are also tival.” members of Old Coulsdon Camera Club. After the exhibition, Club member, Gill Peachey said: Calling Local Businesses! “Thanks to the hard work of our Exhibition Secre- To advertise your business in the December taries and the super im- edition of The Caterham and District ages produced by our Independent, read by thousands of local members, the Annual Ex- residents every month, call hibition was a great suc- Visitors admire photos on display at the exhibition in St. 01883 346641 today! cess. It was particularly John’s Church, Old Coulsdon. Landlords )                         •                 •                  •                   •               

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Famous local Open Day at people of the Diana Francis past by Ruth Sear House Several famous people have lived within the Caterham and On Tuesday 24th Septem- district area; Charles Asprey ber an open event was held the jeweller, Joseph Swan the at Diana Francis House in inventor, Mabel Lucie Attwell Caterham-on-the-Hill to en- the artist and author, Sir able members of the public Adrian Boult the conductor, to view the facilities inside Lord Robens the cabinet min- the building and meet the ister and chairman of the Na- management team. tional Coal Board, Sir Karl The five-bedroom house of- Popper the philosopher and Robert Lowe MP. fers accommodation to peo- Roger Hargreaves the creator cyclist, enjoying rides up and ple between the ages of of the Mr Men books. down the local hills. Beautiful Others, lesser known, in- gardens containing rare 18-45 who have a physical From left: Chairman of Diana Francis House, Peter Drys- clude Sir George William plants once graced Well Farm and/or mild learning disabil- dale, Andrew Hildebrand, Diana Francis, the founder of the House (seated) and Ann Hildebrand. Paton (1859-1934). He lived in Whyteleafe, the home of ity. in Caterham and was chair- the eminent Sir David Prain Assisted by Supported world of difference to us all. more free and have more man of Bryant & May, the (1857-1944), director of Kew Housing Officers Maryam It has been a pleasure to independence and am brands included England’s Gardens. William Willett Bouregaa and Sue Peter- see him living more inde- nearly ready to move into a Glory and Swan Vestas. Bruce (1862-1953) was the son, the residents can learn pendently. It was soul de- one-bedroom flat of my Salmons Lane Whyteleafe superintendent engineer of the skills needed to live an was the home of the Liberal own soon, where a support the White Star Line between independent life when they stroying to see him still MP Robert Lowe (1811- worker will visit me during 1904 and 1923. He was the move out of Diana Francis living at home with his par- 1892), later Viscount Sher- inventor and patentee of a the week.” House into independent ac- ents, spending all his time brooke. Lowe’s political whistle control system used The House currently has va- commodation. on his computer because he career included, at different by all the ships of the com- cancies for new residents. times, the positions of Chan- pany from 1908 including Ti- Ann Hildebrand, whose son had no work. He has made For more information con- cellor of the Exchequer and tanic. Bruce lived in Andrew lives in Diana Fran- great progress since mov- tact Maryam or Sue on Home Secretary. He was an Whyteleafe in 1950. Why not cis House, said: “Andrew ing here and is very happy.” 01883 337218, e-mail albino and despite poor research your locality and dis- moved in when he was 28 Andrew said: “Since mov- [email protected] or vision was an enthusiastic cover more famous people! years-old and it has made a ing into the house I feel visit www.ihot.btck. co.uk. Sign up for our weekly E-newsletter for all the latest local news at www.caterham-independent.co.uk 23

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CATERHAM £82,500 CATERHAM GUIDE PRICE £175,000-£180,000 CATERHAM £189,999 EDENBRIDGE GUIDE PRICE £194,950 CATERHAM GUIDE PRICE £310,000-£330,000 RETIREMENT FLAT - One bedroom ground floor retirement flat set Two bedroom, two bathroom luxury apartment located Luxury two double bedroom top floor apartment located NO ONWARD CHAIN - Three bedroom detached on the ever popular 'Roseneath Court' development in Caterham Val- IDEAL STARTER HOME - One double bedroom in the much sought after area of Caterham Valley. The in a popular development in the town of Edenbridge and house in the sought after location of Caterham Valley, ley, within walking distance of Caterham train station, shops and end of terrace house comprising; 12ft lounge/diner, property has been finished to a high standard and com- within walking distance of the mainline train station. within walking distance of Caterham train station. The amenities. The property has recently been re-decorated throughout separate fitted kitchen, 12ft bedroom, and a modern prises living room with open planned kitchen, two dou- Benefits include en-suite to master, two allocated park- property, which was completely refurbished five months and also benefits from double glazing, communal conservatory, com- fitted bathroom. Externally; front garden and off ble bedrooms with the master benefiting from an ing spaces, security entry phone system, double glazing ago, comprises; spacious lounge/diner, modern fitted munal laundry facilities, communal grounds, residents and visitors street parking. An internal viewing is highly recom- en-suite and a further bathroom. An internal viewing is and gas central heating. An internal viewing is strongly kitchen, two large double bedrooms, a further single parking. AGE RESTRICTION APPLIES. EPC rating D. mended. EPC rating C. strongly recommended. EPC rating B. recommended. EPC rating C. bedroom and a modern family bathroom. EPC rating D.

CATERHAM £319,950 CATERHAM O.I.E.O £350,000 WARLINGHAM O.I.E.O £350,000 LINGFIELD GUIDE PRICE £370,000-£385,000 CATERHAM £375,000 Elevated three bedroom detached property situated in Well presented three bedroom, three storey town house, Three/four bedroom semi-detached family home in the popular area of Substantial semi detached house with additional first floor annexe ac- Caterham on the Hill with the benefit of off street parking situated in the ever popular 'The Village' development in Offered to the market with NO ONWARD CHAIN is commodation. Situated in Caterham Valley within easy reach of this spacious four/five bedroom detached house, sit- Lingfield. Accommodation comprises on the ground floor; entrance hall, and two tandem garages. The spacious accommodation is Caterham-on-the-Hill. Comprising on the ground floor; two reception rooms, kitchen/breakfast room, downstairs cloakroom and Caterham train station and amenities. The main house comprises; arranged over one level and comprises; dual aspect entrance hall, cloakroom, modern fitted kitchen/dining room. uated in the desirable location of Warlingham, within three bedrooms, three reception rooms, downstairs cloakroom, easy reach of local shops, amenities and within the study/bedroom four. Upstairs offers three bedrooms and a family bath- lounge/diner with patio doors opening to a picturesque, On the first floor; a further reception room and a bedroom. room. Externally; block paved driveway providing ample parking, further kitchen and a bathroom. The annexe; lounge, one double bedroom award winning garden, refitted kitchen, three bedrooms and On the top floor; master bedroom with en-suite, a further catchment area for Warlingham High School. An with en-suite and a kitchen area. Externally; integral garage, off street ideal family home. EPC rating E. gated parking and large rear garden. Occupying a generous size plot bathroom. NO ONWARD CHAIN. EPC rating D. double bedroom and a family bathroom. EPC rating C. oozing potential for a side extension (STPP). EPC rating E. parking and a rear garden. EPC rating D. LOOKING TO SELL YOUR PROPERTY?

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Warlingham Guide Price £205,000 Caterham £549,950 Warlingham Guide Price £625,000 A spacious one bedroom apartment on garden level with south-west Set in a convenient location is this beautifully presented five bedroom Located in an exclusive gated development is this beautifully presented facing patio located in a prestigious development. Victorian house, with off street parking and garden with separate patio. four bedroom detached house built in 2009 by Asprey Homes. EPC: D EPC: F EPC: C

Caterham Guide Price £699,950 Caterham Guide Price £725,000 Caterham Guide Price £1,495,000 A well presented substantial five double bedroom property with three Located in a highly regarded private road, this most attractive detached A substantial, luxurious seven bedroom new build home in a private reception rooms and 2356 sq ft of family living accommodation. three bedroom bungalow is set amid delightful grounds of over half an acre. and tranquil setting just a short walk from Caterham School. EPC: D EPC: E EPC: B

Rockfield Road, Oxted £3,250 pcm Clareville Road, Caterham £2,500 pcm Landscape Road, Warlingham £2,750 pcm This unique five bedroom family home with breathtaking views is A beautifully presented four/five bedroom family home offering bright A well presented detached five bedroom family home offering well tucked away on beautiful road in Oxted. and spacious accommodation over two floors. proportioned accommodation, located on a sought after private road. EPC: B EPC: D EPC: E

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Windsor Place, Caterham £950 pcm Asprey Grove, Caterham £1,500 pcm Harestone Hill, Caterham £2,250 pcm An extremely well presented top floor apartment situated within a A well presented three bedroom link detached house close to Caterham A spacious four bedroom family home, situated on a popular road, sought after development on Harestone Hill. station. Also within easy access to the M25 (J6). located less than half a mile from Caterham town centre. EPC: B EPC: D EPC: C

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Caterham – 01883 349114 Kenley – 020 8668 1000 9-11 Station Avenue Caterham CR3 6LB 3 Station Approach, Hayes Lane, Kenley CR8 5JD Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]

CATERHAM ON THE HILL £249,950 CATERHAM ON THE HILL £179,950 CATERHAM VALLEY £205,000

CATERHAM 01883 349114 CATERHAM 01883 349114 CATERHAM 01883 349114 A well presented, 2 bedroom house situated in a cul-de-sac location at Caterham on the Hill. The property The flat features a 21' master bedroom with built in wardrobes as well as a second double bedroom and fitted shower Located in a central position close to the town, this 2 bedroom maisonette is offered with no onward chain. With features an updated kitchen/breakfast room, an en-suite shower room to the main bedroom as well as fam- room. The 17' lounge has double opening doors to the kitchen with fitted cupboards and appliances. Within the block are the added advantage of a garden and off road parking, the property also features a fitted kitchen and bathroom ily bathroom and second bedroom. Gardens and parking. residents facilities including a laundry, lounge and lift as well as a house manager. Outside are communal gardens. and gas central heating as well as a 16' front aspect lounge and 14'8 master bedroom.

WARLINGHAM £665,000 KENLEY PARK £325,000 CATERHAM VALLEY £650,000

CATERHAM 01883 349114 CATERHAM 01883 349114 CATERHAM 01883 349114 This 4 bedroom detached house offers spacious and adaptable accommodation. Featuring a 21' open plan kitchen/diner, a family room and a double Situated on the popular Kenley Park development, this 3 storey town house features 2 double bedrooms and a Situated in a quiet cul-de-sac, this 4 bedroom detached family home is set on a bold plot with an open outlook to the front and aspect lounge leading onto a deck, the light and airy ground floor rooms are ideally suited to entertaining. To the first floor, the master bedroom with 25'6 third bedroom, currently sub-divided into 2 rooms. On the ground floor is an open plan lounge/dining/kitchen private, south-facing gardens to the rear. The property is currently arranged with 3 receptions rooms including a triple aspect en-suite and walk-in wardrobe also benefits from patio doors to a balcony with open views over the gardens and beyond. There are 3 further bedrooms. with patio doors leading to the low maintenance gardens. lounge with bay and feature fireplace, there is also a fitted double aspect kitchen breakfast room. Double garage.

KENLEY £675,000 KENLEY £290,000 KENLEY £165,000

KENLEY 020 8668 1000 KENLEY 020 8668 1000 KENLEY 020 8668 1000 Substantial four double bedroom house with six receptions, two bathrooms in sought after and rarely avail- Three bedroom house located in sought after courtyard development in proximity to The Hayes School One double bedroom ground floor character maisonette, large lounge, own private garden, off street parking. able residential road. Level garden, double garage and plenty of storage. Close proximity to Kenley station. and Kenley Station. Requires a programme of modernisation. No onward chain. Proximity to Kenley Station and amenities. No onward chain.

KENLEY £300,000 - £320,000 KENLEY £350,000 WHYTELEAFE £425,000

KENLEY 020 8668 1000 KENLEY 020 8668 1000 KENLEY 020 8668 1000 Stunning two double bedroom character conversion within Victorian Villa. High ceilings plus other fea- Well presented three double bedroom, two bathroom semi detached house located within Kenley Park Four/five bedroom detached house with spectacular views over Bourne Valley 29ft. Lounge/diner, refit- tures. Balcony overlooking garden and parking. Close proximity to Kenley Station and no onward chain. adjacent to Kenley common and aerodrome. Larger than average garden. No onward chain. ted kitchen and bathrooms, garage. Very close proximity to Kenley Common and access to two stations.

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NETHERNE-ON-THE-HILL CATERHAM £415,000 £275,000 Situated in a peaceful location is this 4 bedroom townhouse Set in a highly desirable gated development is this 2 bedroom, first floor apartment benefiting from en-suite shower room to the overlooking the 'Italian Plaza' with 2 allocated parking bays and master bedroom. Within close proximity of Caterham Valley. landscaped front and rear courtyard. NO ONGOING CHAIN. EPC C. EPC B. Caterham Office • 01883 347446 Caterham Office • 01883 347446

KENLEY CATERHAM GODSTONE £359,950 £685,000 £500,000 A spacious first floor apartment offering 2 double bedrooms and Situated in a highly desirable cul de sac with stunning far reaching views is this substantial 5/6 bedroom family home. The property also A modern detached family home situated in a popular en-suite bathroom to master bedroom. The block benefits from benefits from utility room, garden room, study and ground floor shower room. development north of Godstone Village benefiting from a detached underground parking with a lift servicing all floors. EPC B. NO ONGOING CHAIN. EPC C. double garage and level rear garden. EPC C. Caterham Office • 01883 347446 Caterham Office • 01883 347446 Caterham Office • 01883 347446

CATERHAM CATERHAM OLD COULSDON PURLEY £465,000 £345,000 £280,000 £650,000 Offered to the market with 'NO ONGOING CHAIN' is this extended A 3 bed detached family home within close proximity of Caterham In need of updating throughout is this extended 3 bedroom family A substantial 6 bedroom property in a highly desirable location 1930's 4/5 bed detached family home. Benefits include 3 reception rooms, a generous amount of off street parking, large Valley train station and benefiting from off road parking and home with utility area and benefiting from integral garage, off road benefiting from a number of Edwardian features to include high rear garden and garage. EPC D. garage. Large rear garden backing on to woodland. EPC TBC. parking, downstairs w.c. and sunny rear garden. EPC E. ceilings, bay windows and attractive ornamental coving. EPC TBC. Caterham Office • 01883 347446 Caterham Office • 01883 347446 Caterham Office • 01883 347446 Caterham Office • 01883 347446

WARLINGHAM WARLINGHAM WARLINGHAM WARLINGHAM £475,000 £319,950 £765,000 GUIDE PRICE £315,000 A 1920’s detached character property offers enormous scope for A beautifully presented ground floor contemporary style two year A well presented detached executive home in a highly regarded A 2/3 bedroom 1930’s detached bungalow requiring modernisation extending and is set on a level plot approaching ¼ acre. 3 and redecoration with no onward chain. Accommodation: entrance bedrooms, bathroom, kitchen, dining room, lounge, cloakroom, old 2 Bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment set within a gated cul-de-sac within a mile of Warlingham village centre. 5 hall, cloakroom, lounge, dining room (bedroom 3), kitchen, and entrance hall, conservatory porch. Large detached studio/home development of 12 apartments. Private garden. Allocated parking bedrooms, 3 receptions, kitchen/breakfast room, 2 bathrooms, bathroom. Detached single garage, large garden. Excellent access office. Garage. Mature gardens. EPC E. and landscaped communal grounds. EPC B. double garage and superb landscaped garden. EPC D. to Upper Warlingham train station. EPC E. Warlingham Office • 01883 622258 Warlingham Office • 01883 622258 Warlingham Office • 01883 622258 Warlingham Office • 01883 622258 Residential Sales • Land & New Homes

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1953 Residential Sales * Surveying * Commercial * Land & New Homes * Letting & Management * Fine & Country 2013 Woldingham / Warlingham / Caterham Hill / Three Bridges / Caterham Valley / Coulsdon / Park Lane London CATERHAM TOTAL SIGN AUDIT PARK & BAILEY 22.4% BASED ON TWO SEPARATE SURVEYS CARRIED OUT ON THESE DATES 7 MAY 2013 & 12 AUGUST 2013 ONE SIMPLE MESSAGE MORE FOR SALE & SOLD SIGNS THAN ANY OTHER AGENT

*PARK & BAILEY WAS THE ESTATE AGENT WITH THE HIGHEST independenceassured NUMBER OF FOR SALE AND SOLD SIGNS DISPLAYED ON THE DATES SHOWN. THIS IS THE AVERAGE RESULT OF THESE SURVEYS.

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CATERHAM CATERHAM VALLEY CATERHAM VALLEY WHYTELEAFE

An opportunity to acquire a unique wing of a Victorian country house An attractive older style two bedroom semi detached bun- A three double bedroom detached house occupying a secluded po- A one bedroom ground floor purpose built apartment with own front entrance occupying a secluded position in this highly sought after residential galow in need of modernisation and occupying a level plot sition with landscaped rear garden offering views over Caterham Val- situated on the popular Westbury Close development within a short walk of lane and offered to the market in excellent decorative order. View- within a highly sought after and rarely available cul-de-sac. ley. The property also benefits from a 18'3 x 14' garage and is offered Upper Warlingham and Whyteleafe main line stations and offered to the mar- ing highly recommended. EPC Rating E. UPC1215 EPC Rating E. UPC1231 to the market with no onward chain. EPC Rating F. UPC1250 ket with a share of the freehold. EPC Rating E. UPC1247 £319,950 £325,000 £350,000 £155,000 CATERHAM ON THE HILL KENLEY CHALDON

A five bedroom detached property planned over three floors and in our opinion offering A substantial detached residence offering adaptable and versatile accommodation including ground An opportunity to acquire a five bedroom detached home well maintained over the years al- good sized accommodation in excellent decorative order and occupying a popular resi- floor annex and occupying a well established position within a highly sought after and rarely available though in need of some modernisation occupying a prime position within a highly sought after dential location on the edge of Coulsdon Common. EPC Rating C. UPC1211 private cul-de-sac within walking distance of Kenley main line station. EPC Rating C. UPC1236 cul-de-sac and offered to the market with no onward chain. EPC Rating D. UPC1238 £479,950 £850,000 £625,000

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